New Snow on Tamarack Peak

High clouds existed throughout this area in the morning with 3 to 4'' of new snow.  This new snow was deposited on top of a firm crust on most aspects except some northerly areas that had unconsolidated soft snow.  SW winds were light all day with no snow transport observed.  There were signs of previous wind scouring and transport from overnight with minimal new cornice development and small wind slabs.   In the most wind loaded areas, wind slabs were up to 6'' deep and showed some cracking but were not reactive to ski cuts, cornice kicks, or hand pits.  There is still snow available for transport if winds do increase in speed.   By 1pm, sun breaks started to develop with some blue sky overhead.  After a short time of partial sun, the new snow became sticky and small roller balls started to occur in steeper terrain.